The Odyssey had made many voyages, but this was its last. Captain Elena Vasquez stood on the observation deck of the colony, watching the stars. The ship had been decommissioned, its hull turned into a museum.
“Command, this is Vasquez. The Odyssey is now a memorial.”
“Copy, Vasquez. A fitting end.”
The Luminari leader appeared beside her. “Your people have accomplished much.”
“We have,” Elena replied. “But there’s still more to do.”
The Builder leader joined them. “The universe is vast. There will always be new frontiers.”
Elena smiled. “Then let’s explore them.”
She wal